Washington Wizards owner Ted Leonsis has stayed committed to Ernie Grunfeld despite Washington’s 558-709 record (.440 win-loss percentage) since he joined the front office in 2003.
Little Cox Pavilion was bustling with big names. Miami Heat president Pat Riley was sitting behind the south basket donning a white polo shirt, crisply pleated khaki shorts, and trademark styled hair. Dallas Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle was sitting courtside with a contingent of Dallas brass scouting the San Antonio Spurs young talent.
NBA Summer League fans were buzzing as they spotted Hall of Fame center Alonzo Mourning, 2000s big man Jamaal Magloire, and billionaire owner Mark Cuban, all three embracing their celebrity as fans snapped photos, strained for selfies, and landed autographs.